Durgapur - Sankrail, Jhargram
Durgapur is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Ragrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 341207. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.3 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 189 males and 214 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 189 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 119 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 153 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 36 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Public transport in the Durgapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Durgapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Ragrah.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 721516.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 403, including 189 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 86 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 71.46%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 63.08%.